Royal Officials Begin Planning for King Charles’ Death
Royal Protection Officer Simon Morgan, 52, who served in the Queen’s security detail, confirmed that the process began shortly after Charles became monarch. He stated that Charles had accepted the role of king for as long as life allows him, prompting officials to start planning for the future.
Sources within the royal household revealed that preparations for King Charles’ passing have already begun, with officials from the Cabinet Office and Buckingham Palace conducting practical walk-throughs of the Menai Bridge protocol. A senior palace aide, speaking on condition of anonymity, emphasized the importance of being ready for such events, despite the reluctance to rehearse them.
The detailed plan includes the king’s private secretary being the first to notify the British Prime Minister and the Privy Council Office of Charles’ death. This will trigger a series of scripted calls, known as the “call cascade,” to inform cabinet secretaries, ministers, and senior civil servants. Subsequently, flags across Whitehall will be lowered to half-mast and a statement will be issued by Buckingham Palace.
Similar to Queen Elizabeth’s passing, the day of Charles’ death will be referred to as D-Day, followed by D+1, D+2, and so on. Prince William, 42, will immediately ascend to the throne upon Charles’ passing, with Catherine, Princess of Wales, 43, likely being styled as Queen in due course.
